Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I am divorcing my wife due to serious misconduct. During the wedding, she was given gold heirlooms from my late father and grandmother. I know it is not allowed to take back gifts, and I am not asking for the mahr. But since these items are family heirlooms, is […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is a husband religiously obliged to consult his wife on important family matters, such as where to buy a house, or can he decide alone? Would he be sinful before Allah if he excludes her from such decisions? Is it sinful to believe that it is naturally impossible for […]

Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question The ULIP Structure A Unit-Linked Insurance Plan (ULIP) consists of two components: Insurance: A fixed, non-refundable mortality charge is deducted from the investment to provide life insurance coverage. Investment: Funds are invested in a portfolio composed exclusively of Shari‘a-compliant stocks and companies. Are such ULIPs permissible (Halal) under Shari‘a? The primary […]

Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question If an employer matches an employee’s donation, can the matched amount be considered for zakat purposes? For example, if I owe $4,000 in zakat and donate $2,000, and my employer contributes the remaining $2,000, would my zakat obligation be considered fulfilled? Answer Thank you for your question. May Allah reward […]